Futek IDA100 Quick Start Manual

Digitally-configurable amplifier with usb and analog output

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IDA100
Digitally-Configurable Amplifier with USB
and Analog Output
Sensor Solutions Source
Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software
www.futek.com
Quick Start Guide

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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide IDA100 Digitally-Configurable Amplifier with USB and Analog Output Sensor Solutions Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 2: Getting Help

    Getting Help TECHNICAL SUPPORT For more IDA100 support, please visit: http://www.futek.com/ida/overview.aspx SP1179-C FUTEK reserves the right to modify its design and specifications without notice. Please visit http://www.futek.com/salesterms for complete terms and conditions. 10 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618 USA Tel: (949) 465-0900 Fax: (949) 465-0905 www.futek.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Instrument Features ....4 SENSIT Scale Method ....10 Connections .
  • Page 4: Instrument Features

    Instrument Features • USB 2.0 Communication Link • USB Bus-Powered (5V) • Bipolar software selectable ± 5 VDC or ± 10 VDC Output • Operating Temperature: -13°F to 185°F [-25°C to 85°C] • Storage Temperature: -40°F to 257°F [-40°C to 125°C] USB Side: USB 2.0 Type B Receptacle Integrated DIN clip for 35 mm rail Sensor/Output Side: 6-pin box-mounted PT02E-10-6P...
  • Page 5 LED INDICATORS Blinking blue (10 Hz) Module Auto-Calibration Blinking blue (1 Hz) Module Normal Operation Green USB Power USB Data Link...
  • Page 6: Connections

    Connections 6-PIN BENDIX PT02E-10-6P COLOR DESCRIPTION + Excitation – Excitation + Signal – Signal Green Voltage Output Black Ground/Shield Note: Cable shield should be grounded on one end, either the sensor/instrument side or IDA100 side to avoid potential ground loops.
  • Page 7: Typical Connection Setups

    Typical Connection Setups Sensor in Application + Excitation: Pin A – Excitation: Pin B + Signal: Pin C – Signal: Pin D PLC or Control Feedback System (± 10VDC Output or ± 5VDC output) Vout Pin E GND Pin F Computer USB 2.0 Connection...
  • Page 8 Typical Connection Setups Sensor in Application + Excitation: Pin A – Excitation: Pin B + Signal: Pin C – Signal: Pin D 5V USB Power Adapter PLC or Control Feedback System (± 10VDC Output or ± 5VDC output) Vout Pin E GND Pin F...
  • Page 9: Sensit™ Test And Measurement Software

    Within SENSIT the IDA100 can be used with the Data Logging Mode and Live Graphing Mode. Right clicking on the device line will allow for additional settings, such as sampling rate.
  • Page 10: Sensit Scale Method

    SENSIT Scale Method...
  • Page 11 Enter in the positive V of your load Save the entered parameters. futek.com/sensit/videos.aspx cell. No sign is needed. (Enter same as negative V if not Enable the Scale Method for the An online calibration database available).
  • Page 12: Sensit Analog Output Calibration

    Analog Output. See page 14 for an illustration. FUTEK offers traceable system calibration services and can pair your sensor with the IDA100 for a plug and play type of usage. For more information visit the FUTEK calibration web page at: http://www.futek.com/calibration-services.aspx...
  • Page 13 A small, medium, large, and huge positive or negative adjustment Sensor Automatic Calibration can be made to the IDA100 self • Excitation: Choose 10VDC or • Offset w/ Fixturing: With only calibration output performed in step 5VDC.
  • Page 14 SENSIT Analog Output Calibration Sensor Apply a known load to sensor. Voltmeter Connect the voltage output of the IDA100 to a voltmeter. Computer Connect to USB 2.0 port for power...
  • Page 15: Shunt Adjustment And Zero Adjustment

    Enter sensor’s full mV/V output. Enter sensor output bridge resistance. Choose 10V or 5V excitation to sensor. Choose IDA100 full load output of ±5VDC or ±10VDC. Choose if internal 150K ohm resistor will be used or a chosen external resistor will be used.
  • Page 16 Active Shunt to apply internal 150K Incremental adjustments are ohm shunt. available on a manual adjustment. Choose to adjust zero, no load Click to activate auto adjust of output, or Span, output under load. selected zero or span. Choose to make an automated or manual adjustment to zero or span adjustments.
  • Page 17: Related Accessories

    Related Accessories USB 2.0 HI-SPEED A/B CABLE 6-PIN BENDIX MATING CONNECTOR (INCLUDED) WITH FERRITE CHOKES (INCLUDED) Item Number: GOD04123 Item Number: GOD00046...
  • Page 18 10 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618 USA Tel: (949) 465-0900 Fax: (949) 465-0905 www.futek.com...

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